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that he had made available to her, a place far beyond what she would have ever imagined she could afford. The building was located in a secu

door told him. His respectful tone and professional demeanor made her uncomfortable. She wasn't u

s, the living room with its large windows, the perfectly equipped kitchen, the bedroom with its soothing tones... It was a lux

siderable power, not only over his surroundings, but over her as well. She still remembered the way he had pushed his attacker away, the

t deny the influence he seemed to have. It wasn't just about protection; it was a takeover

? She had nothing to offer, no skills or wealth that would warrant this attention.

rything okay in

but at the same time feeling a strange pressure. She

erything is fi

her message when she

nything, just ask. And remember, this pla

s, trying to chase away the confusion that was inside her. On the one hand, she was relieved to be safe, but on the other hand, she couldn't help but feel a

tell they were asking questions, and she didn't know what to answer. What could she say, anyway? That her boss had taken her under his wing, offering her a secure apartm

he approached her, his imposing appearance attracting the gazes of those around them. He motioned

them and observed her in silence for

e finally asked, his voice calm b

without betraying her doubts. "Everything is going well...really wel

y. "I know it's a lot, but you have to understand something. In my world, protecti

he cared about? They barely knew each other, and yet he treated he

I'm grateful for everything you've done...

cause I want to," he said simply, his voice tinged with implacable confidence. "And also becau

her part of her was still defensive. She knew that this protection came with u

ed softly, "I don't need you to do any

him in an almost inaudible voice, her eyes fixed on the floor. She knew that part of

felt more troubled than ever. She had acc